Calorie Requirements at Different Ages*

Age

Requirement

kcal/lb/day

kcal/kg/day

< 6 months

50–55

110–120

1 year

45

95–100

15 years

20

44

* When protein and calories are provided by breast milk that is completely digested and absorbed, the requirements between 3 months and 9 months of age may be lower.

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